Was the meeting of cold Storm Emma and the Beast from the East the last straw for you? Have you decided you have now had your share of cold, wet weather? If you are considering a move to a hot climate, a little preparation will help you make the switch painlessly. Moving from Ireland to Read More >
Category Archives: Moving home
Moving to Iceland
Are you thinking about moving to Iceland as you watch the snow fall through your window? What do you really know about the country? Probably Bjork, the distinctive pop star. And maybe you saw Iceland’s Eurovision entries over the years. Perhaps you noticed that Iceland will be in the 2018 FIFA World Cup – for the Read More >
Get Ready, Get Set… Preparing to Study Abroad
No matter where you going to study abroad, you can do a few things to help ease the inevitable culture shock that awaits. You can’t avoid it completely, and you’ll have moments that range from hilarious to bizarre to upsetting. You’ll be frustrated and disappointed at times, but you’ll also be surprised and delighted at Read More >
How Not to Pack a Box for Moving
Packing a box seems like a pretty basic thing to do, but anyone who has moved house once can tell you it can go wrong in more ways than you’d think. Some things are pretty obvious, like wrapping fragile items. But other things are often learned the hard way. Moving house is stressful. The last Read More >
Why Study in Spain?
If you are looking for a study abroad option where you can develop fluency in another language, soak up some sun along with some culture and still find plenty of other Irish people, Spain might be just the place for you. Spain has the fifth highest number of Irish immigrants, and it has more than Read More >
Studying in Japan
Are you considering trading stew for sushi for a year? Japan is one of the most popular destinations for studying abroad in Asia. A prosperous, extremely tech savvy country, Japan has a lot to offer Irish students looking to learn more about the world than what can be taught in a classroom. And yes, you Read More >
College and Culture in Norway
Norway is getting a lot of attention lately as an affordable college option. Tuition is free, but most undergraduate courses are taught in Norwegian. International students have to prove their fluency in Norwegian to qualify for college there. It’s easier to find post grad programmes in English. Nonetheless, the idea of studying in Norway has Read More >
College and Culture in Germany
Germany’s universities are working to attract more students from overseas. With Brexit making the idea of studying in the UK less appealing, more Irish students are looking further afield in Europe. Is Germany the right place for you? The biggest criterion is the particular programme. If you can find a course that offers what you Read More >
Study Aboard: What to Pack, Part 2
If you are planning to head overseas for a year of study abroad, you should plan ahead what you will need to bring besides clothing. While your clothing needs will vary based a lot on the climate and the culture of your destination, other items are more universal. Some things are essentials, while others depend Read More >
Leaving Cert vs. Leaving
Okay, obviously you want to do your best at the leaving cert. The way to do that is to keep your stress levels reasonable. It’s too late to cram. The studying is over. Now it is time to perform. Eat healthy, drink water not energy drinks and get plenty of rest. Most importantly, remember that Read More >